The backstory
Why we are bringing Red Light Therapy and Contrast Therapy to Tauranga
Ange’s story of rest and recovery
Hi, I'm Ange! A wife, mum of two humans and a staffy, lifelong resident of the Bay of Plenty, lover of chocolate, coffee and crystals, also avoider of public toilets
Eight years ago, my life took an unexpected turn when I found myself completely burnt out. Trying to balance family, full-time work, keeping active, and all the other societal pressures became too much. A six-month break from work turned into a two-year hiatus.
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Unsatisfied that Western medicine viewed my burnout as ‘normal,’ I began to dip my toes into the world of holistic health. I learnt to slow down, to rest, to catch my breath, and slowly, I recovered. I returned to work part-time, embracing the wisdom of balance, inner calm, and self-care.
In 2020, life threw another curveball: breast cancer. After a clear bill of health, and with the thumbs up from my oncologist, I dove deeper into natural therapies. I started with infrared light exploring detoxifying saunas and red light therapy, before discovering the transformative power of
ice baths.
Gaia: the Greek goddess of Earth. In Greek mythology, Gaia is the personification of Earth, the mother of all living beings, a symbol of the nurturing essence of our planet.
Bringing holistic health to Papamoa
Two years into my journey, I had an epiphany: I have to share what I’ve learnt with my community. My first step? Setting up a holistic recovery space in Papamoa.
Gaia Wellness and Recovery makes wellness accessible to those in Tauranga and the Bay of Plenty. Our 20-minute treatments are tailored to people with busy lives, so you can take care of yourself before reaching breaking point.
Unearth rest and recovery. Feel revived.
Start your wellness journey at Gaia.